KBHR - Big Bear News - San Bernardino CA - A jury in San Bernardino County has convicted Justin Wayne Halstenberg, a Norco resident, of starting the Line Fire in Highland last year. The fire burned 44,000 acres and injured six firefighters. Halstenberg, 35, was found guilty on seven counts related to the Line Fire and two additional counts for another blaze. Charges include … [Read more...] about Jury Convicts Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Starting the Line Fire
Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff on Friday, May 23rd, 3pm to Midnight
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA – Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) is notifying customers that Southern California Edison (SCE) may implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) affecting BVES supply lines. The period of concern is tomorrow, May 23rd, from 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. This precaution is mainly due to high winds in Lucerne Valley and aims to reduce … [Read more...] about Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff on Friday, May 23rd, 3pm to Midnight
UPDATE: Sheriff’s Department Finds Missing Student Deceased in Big Bear Lake
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake CA - May 19, 2025 1:57 PM - On May 19, 2025, at about 10:23 a.m., following an extensive search by deputies and the Sheriff’s Dive Team, Tanner Prentiss’ body was located in the water near the Pine Knot Marina. Investigators followed up information from people who last saw him. No foul play was indicated, and the Coroner’s Office has assumed the … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Sheriff’s Department Finds Missing Student Deceased in Big Bear Lake
Rotary Club of Big Bear Honors this Year’s “Eagle of Excellence” Recipients
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - The Rotary Club of Big Bear Lake will host its annual “Eagle of Excellence” Community Service Awards Ceremony and Dinner on Thursday, May 29th at 5pm at the Best Western Big Bear Chateau. The dinner and awards ceremony is dedicated to honoring members of the Big Bear community who exhibit a very high caliber of professionalism, … [Read more...] about Rotary Club of Big Bear Honors this Year’s “Eagle of Excellence” Recipients
Free Pet Adoptions at the Big Bear Animal Shelter All Month!
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - In partnership with the City of Big Bear Lake, Animals aRe First Fund (ARFF), adoptions are fully sponsored for qualifying pets at the Big Bear Lake Animal Shelter. Free adoptions include spaying/neutering, microchipping, and most vaccines. Come meet your new best furry friend and give them the home they’ve been waiting for! Free adoptions … [Read more...] about Free Pet Adoptions at the Big Bear Animal Shelter All Month!